- Q1. How long will the program take?
The program is only for prospective students who already have an RN license. Most RNs now complete the Program in less than two years. That includes both upper division nursing courses (the Major) as well as upper division general education courses. Once admitted you will meet with the program advisor to determine a plan of study that best meets your needs.
- Q2. Can I work while I am in the program?
Students are expected to work as registered professional nurses while in the
Program. Some experienced nurses may elect to take time off from work while
in the Program, but new graduates are expected to work as RNs. We recommend
that new graduates enter soon after graduation. Previous students
will tell you that certain courses require extensive preparation and working
overtime is not recommended.
- Q3. Are the classes online or live?
Many of the courses have online components (using Blackboard software) but none are entirely online. Several of the courses involve interactive TV with the Imperial Valley campus RN-BS students. Students must be computer literate and have an e-mail address that they check regularly to succeed in the program. All writing assignments must be completed in WORD, using APA formatting, to be considered for grading.
- Q4. When do classes meet?
Most classes meet weekly. Several are hybrid and meet every other week. Courses with a clinical are precepted and flexible to meet the schedules of the student and preceptor.
- Q5. Why should I select SDSU as my RN to BS Program?
SDSU School of Nursing graduates have excellent reputations throughout the community and the nation. Having SDSU on your resume will look very good when you apply for a new position. Lectures are given by doctorally prepared nurse educators with many years of teaching experience. Clinicals have one faculty member per ten - sixteen students. You will get lots of personal attention from SDSU’s dedicated nursing faculty. You will mix with other dynamic students like yourself. They will become your friends as well as colleagues while you study together and develop lifelong contacts in the nursing network.
- Q6. What if I have my Bachelor's Degree in another field?
We will put you in touch with the graduate program advisor after learning of your status so that you may gain entry to the Master’s of Science in Nursing Program on the San Diego campus. You will most likely need to complete only three upper division nursing courses to bridge into the Master's Program.
- Q7. Who can I contact for more information about the RN-to-BS program?
Contact the RN-BS Advisor for the campus of interest.
